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Mercedes-Benz G-Class

Black · Diesel · 2018 · 2,987 cc

GEN 8MOT history

GEN 8 is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz G-Class first used on 30 Jan 2018. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 6 of 7 MOT tests, with 55,646 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
55,646 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
7
6 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,472 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
GEN 8
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
G-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
30 Jan 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

GEN 8 was last recorded at 55,646 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 2,084 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,562 miles · 31 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,084 miles
Average per year
3,472 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,646 miles
  • 2025 – 53,562 miles
  • 2024 – 48,044 miles
  • 2022 – 41,689 miles
  • 2021 – 38,937 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,646 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

7 tests since 8 Jun 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,646 miles (+2,084)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    55,646 miles
    Test number
    345324260089
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass53,562 miles (+5,518)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    53,562 miles
    Test number
    655488590228
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass48,044 miles (+6,355)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    48,044 miles
    Test number
    838541445152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass41,689 miles (+26)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    41,689 miles
    Test number
    218816400675
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail41,663 miles (+2,726)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,663 miles
    Test number
    170451797915
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass38,937 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    38,937 miles
    Test number
    808383857745
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass38,937 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    38,937 miles
    Test number
    269227422503
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about GEN 8

What vehicle is registration GEN 8 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show GEN 8 on a black diesel Mercedes-Benz G-Class first used on 30 Jan 2018. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does GEN 8 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on GEN 8 is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on GEN 8?
The MOT on GEN 8 is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has GEN 8 done?
GEN 8 was recorded at 55,646 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 3,472 miles a year.
Has GEN 8 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. GEN 8 has failed 1 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on GEN 8 ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on GEN 8 find?
GEN 8 passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel.

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